The 1970-71 activities of the Research Department of the California Teachers Association are summarized. The activities of the Department are categorized as follows: (1) publication of research articles, reports, and the California Journal of Educational Research; (2) handling of information requests through the department's Research Information Service; (3) sponsorship of various research groups; (4) maintenance of a comprehensive current research library; and (5) the conducting of cooperative and special projects with other educational agencies. (CK)